Viibryd - How much does the 40mg prescription cost per month?

I started the 10mg Viibryd yesterday with a starter sample from my doctor. I am concerned about the cost. It is not even listed on the highest tier on the co-pay list of my insurance, which means I have to pay full cost. One review said more than $200?? If that is the case, I have no hope of continuing this medication.

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Anonymous

25 Apr 2012

Hello anonymous66. The maufacturer of Viibryd has a Patient Assistance Program for those who (I believe) who have insurance, high co-pays as well as for people who do not. Forest Pharmceuticals: 1-800-851-0758 Regards, pledge

Thank you. Over the past 2 decades, I have tried every antidepressent I have ever heard of, and combinations of many of them as well. They usually start off with wonderful results, then become ineffective. I am now tapering off large doses of Bupropion and starting with Viibryd.

I sure hope then the manufacturer would help you, it would be a feather in their cap if it helps you when the others didn't. I always like to think of alternatives before I am ready to take on trying to get something paid for, lolol.

I'm glad to hear that with BCBS (I'm in Illinois) the cost is $30/mo. I'm on day 12 of the starter pack, but I'm not sure I'm going to continue taking Viibryd. I think Effexor XR helped me a lot more, when I was taking that. It was also effective for several years, which makes me think that it really did work well for me. Anyone else having second thoughts about Viibryd? I'm having sleep issues.

I have BCBS of Illinois and they wont pay for mine. My doctor keeps giving me samples and alot of people from their practice is having the same issue. BCBS wont pay for it regardless of what we have previously taken. I have been getting samples for the past 6 months.

I'm n texas & my new insurance with blue cross blue shield just declined my viibryd rx too. WHY would they do this?? I've been on it for years now, felt way better than past meds & it flat out helps me. Why do they have authority over this--- they don't have a medical degree but MY DOCTOR DOES--he's the one who knows my history, etc. I don't understand. Does anyone know why they would just "decline" just because? I need a reason my life is now about to be drastically altered. I can't afford out of pocket. It's crazy to me that they'll approve controlled substances but not antidepressants. Help!

The cost with BCBS (Florida Blue in Florida) will vary depending on the plan you have. Mine will cover cost, after the first $100 co-payment. I got a discount card from Forest Pharmaceuticals that my doctor gave me, but it only pays for the first $30. That leaves me to come up with $70 per month. That's over $800 per year!!! It's insane! Supposedly the first patent is up this September, but there is no guarantee it will be available generic. I'm worried about the transition to another SSRI. Has anyone switched from Viibryd to Lexapro?

As of Nov 13 2012, I am having a script filled for 30 pills and the pharmacy quoted me that my portion is $67.00. As I have noticed that price is pretty good. The medication has been amazing for me since I have tried everything over the past 15 years. Good Luck.

This is an old thread. However, I'll ask anyway. I've got good insurance so I'm wondering what insurance or coupon you have that this med is only costing you $20 per month Mine is charging me $44 month or $88 for 3 months mail order.